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Companion Animal Rehabilitation
Aquatherapy

Use of an underwater treadmill or swimming may be a part of the overall rehabilitation. Underwater treadmills provide buoyancy during exercise, increase muscle blood flow, and encourage joint movement while decreasing the stress. It can help with pain and swelling and provide a high resistance work-out. It is especially beneficial for dogs that have had spinal surgery and are unable to walk well.
 

 

 




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